Atty. Pearson K. Cunningham
Pearson Cunningham is a partner in our Atlanta office, practicing primarily in our appellate and governmental liability groups. Through his work in HBS’ governmental liability group, Pearson has gained valuable experience defending local governments and their employees in a wide variety of claims under federal and state law.
Appellate & More Attorney · Serving Atlanta, GA
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About Pearson K. Cunningham at a Glance
Pearson K. Cunningham is a Partner based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Hall Booth Smith, P.C.. Their practice focuses on employment, education, government, and appellate. Educated at Georgia State University School of Law J.D. magna cum laude (—) and University of Georgia B.A. (—). Active member of Memberships •Georgia Defense Lawyers Association, Appellate Section •State Bar of Georgia, Appellate Section. Serves clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Pearson K. Cunningham
- Pearson Cunningham is a partner in our Atlanta office, practicing primarily in our appellate and governmental liability groups
- Through his work in HBS’ governmental liability group, Pearson has gained valuable experience defending local governments and their employees in a wide variety of claims under federal and state law
- Stemming from this experience and the effective motion practice entailed, Pearson has honed his appellate advocacy skills
- He has worked on numerous cases before state and federal appellate courts and has argued before the Supreme Court of Georgia and the Court of Appeals of Georgia
- A native of Covington, Georgia, Pearson received his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Georgia
- After serving as a legislative aide for State Representative Barry Fleming, Pearson went on to earn his Juris Doctor, magna cum laude, from the Georgia State University College of Law
- During law school, he served as the Legislation Editor for the Georgia State University Law Review in which he supervised and edited the Law Review’s annual publication of the “Peach Sheets,” which detailed the legislative history for important pieces of legislation from the Georgia General Assembly
- Pearson was also an active member of the College of Law’s Moot Court Board and gained valuable experience clerking for then-Judge Ellington on the Court of Appeals of Georgia
- Presentations •Legal Climate Panel Independent Insurance Agents of Georgia, Young Agents Sales & Leadership Conference
- February 8, 2023 Publications •Whose Precedents Count for Qualified Immunity?
- HBS Governmental Liability Blog
- December 28, 2021 •Local Government Mercer Law Review, December 2022 •Local Government Mercer Law Review, December 2021 •Local Government Law Mercer Law Review, December 2020 Recognition •Top Lawyers , Appellate Practice, GaBiz Magazine, 2026 •Georgia Rising Star , Super Lawyers, 2025 In the Press HBS Attorneys Recognized in 2026 Georgia Super Lawyers & Rising Stars Lists February 16, 2026 HBS is excited to announce that nine attorneys have been recognized on the 2026 Georgia Super Lawyers & Rising Stars list
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Pearson K. Cunningham's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Pearson K. Cunningham handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Atlanta.
Employment Law in Atlanta
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Education Law in Atlanta
Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.
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Government & Administrative Law in Atlanta
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Pearson K. Cunningham is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Georgia →
Appellate Practice in Atlanta
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
Pearson K. Cunningham is one of 85,572 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Georgia →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Atlanta
Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Atlanta are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Atlanta Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Atlanta-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Atlanta Choose Pearson K. Cunningham
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Pearson K. Cunningham's practice in the field of employment, education, government, and appellate.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, education, and government, Pearson K. Cunningham can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Atlanta
A Atlanta-based practice means Pearson K. Cunningham attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Pearson K. Cunningham Handles in Atlanta
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